Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Watkins, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Watkins (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
50
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Watkins, Minnesota, is adequate, with one facility, Hilltop Health Care Center, receiving a top rating of A and 5 stars. Families can feel confident as the facility is recommended and has no fines, ensuring a quality care environment.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Hilltop Health Care Center (90) — Hilltop Health Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This facility has maintained an A grade and has incurred $0 in fines, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With just 50 beds, residents benefit from a more personalized experience.
Recommended
Hilltop Health Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This facility has maintained an A grade and has incurred $0 in fines, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With just 50 beds, residents benefit from a more personalized experience.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Watkins Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Watkins Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Watkins's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Watkins facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Watkins avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Watkins facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Watkins, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Watkins (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Watkins "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Watkins?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.